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Beating the Heat: Expanding Access to Swimming Pools
The swim season for Los Angles County public pools has been extended, with swim facilities open for five months to provide relief from the hot weather.
Report: Municipal Fees and Taxes Hinder Shared Micromobility Adoption
City taxes and fees on shared bikes and scooters are, on average, much higher per mile than similar taxes on cars.
California Faces Early Surge in Wildfires
Summer is just beginning, but wildfires in California have already burned more than 90,000 acres.
Solar Industry Growing Fast, but is Hampered by Aging Grid
One of solar’s biggest challenges is getting the energy where it needs to go.
New TV Series Highlights Sustainable Aquaculture
Hope in the Water explores the groundbreaking work of dedicated fishers, aqua farmers, and scientists who are seeking to harvest aquatic species to feed our growing population while protecting the oceans.
Erosion Threatens SoCal Road, Lloyd Wright Icon
The city of Palos Verdes is closing parts of a roadway to cyclists, citing safety concerns as the land underneath moves between 7 and 12 inches per week.
COVID Isn’t to Blame for the Retail Vacancy Crisis
A drop in demand for retail space began well before the seismic shifts of the pandemic.
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Detroit and Michigan on the Upswing
It's been 66 years since the Motor City last grew its population. Census data released last month revealed an increase of nearly 2,000 people last year, nearly half the state's population growth.
Judge Rules in Favor of MTA in Congestion Pricing Suit
Advocates of the program are calling on Gov. Hochul to reinstate the program in light of the decision.
Cities Awarded for Data-Driven Projects
The What Cities Works Certification recognizes cities for using data to solve real problems.
Faith-Based Housing Movement Grows
More churches and municipalities are saying ‘Yes in God’s Backyard.’
Why BRT Can Benefit Cities More Than Rail
Bus rapid transit lines offer a less expensive, quicker-build alternative to rail that can bring other infrastructure improvements with it.
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Environmentalists Urge Hochul to Rethink Congestion Pricing
Evergreen Action, the Sierra Club, Earthjustice, Environmental Defense Fund, and the League of Conservation Voters have joined the movement to urge NY Gov. Kathy Hochul to reverse her decision to terminate the New York congestion pricing project.
British Columbia Cracks Down on Short-Term Rentals
Provincial leaders say the new rules could open up as many as 19,000 units for long-term rental.
San Diego Sees Continued Growth in ADU Permits
Recent changes to regulations have made it easier and more affordable for homeowners to build ‘granny flats,’ and San Diego’s housing stock is benefiting.
California is Updating its Climate Adaptation Strategy
The 2024 draft plan outlines the state's key climate resilience priorities, includes specific and measurable actions, and serves as a framework for collective efforts across sectors and regions in California.
Congressional Hearing Assesses the State of Public Transit
Lawmakers and experts expressed varying levels of support for increased funding for transit systems.
Juneteenth Celebrated At Nation's First Jackie Robinson Park
The historic park in Sun Village hosted a vibrant Juneteenth festival, honoring the African American community's resilience and recognizing local leaders and residents.
Mississippi Opens Its First Utility-Scale Wind Farm
The 184-megawatt wind project will help supply power to Amazon’s growing data center operations and logistics hubs in the region.
US Cities Ranked by Vehicle Miles Traveled
Density, weather, and access to public transportation systems play a key role in how many miles are driven in the country’s 50 largest metro areas.
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